Former Chicago McCormick & Schmick’s employee says they learned of closure on New Year’s Eve
Following the closure of McCormick & Schmick’s in Chicago’s Loop, a former employee said staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on their final day of work.
Following the closure of McCormick & Schmick’s in Chicago’s Loop, a former employee said staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on their final day of work.
Dry January recipes to try | ChicagoNOW
Dry January is gaining popularity. Dr. Veronica Loy with Rush University Medical Center joins live in studio to go over the benefits and share dry January recipes.
Dry January is gaining popularity. Dr. Veronica Loy with Rush University Medical Center joins live in studio to go over the benefits and share dry January recipes.
Japanese sushi chain shatters record, pays $3.24 million for single bluefin tuna
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
These cities rank as the best for keeping New Year's resolutions in 2026, data shows
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
Dr. Ian Smith explains how to break weight-loss plateaus and lose the last 15 pounds
The New York Times bestselling author joins us to explain why weight-loss plateaus happen, how his new plan works without being a “diet,” and what people can do to get back on track in a healthy, sustainable way.
The New York Times bestselling author joins us to explain why weight-loss plateaus happen, how his new plan works without being a “diet,” and what people can do to get back on track in a healthy, sustainable way.
Viral New Year reset routine is helping people adopt healthier habits
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
Class action lawsuit alleges McRib advertising is misleading
A class action lawsuit in Illinois claims McDonald's falsely advertises its famous McRib.
A class action lawsuit in Illinois claims McDonald's falsely advertises its famous McRib.
McCormick & Schmick’s closes Chicago Loop location after lease expiration
Chicago's McCormick & Schmick’s has closed following the end of the Loop location lease, according to Landry's Hospitality.
Chicago's McCormick & Schmick’s has closed following the end of the Loop location lease, according to Landry's Hospitality.
Tievoli Pizza Bar offers delicious buffalo chicken dip
Tievoli Pizza Bar from Palatine stopped by and shared some of its award-winning food that could make the perfect choice for gameday eats.
Tievoli Pizza Bar from Palatine stopped by and shared some of its award-winning food that could make the perfect choice for gameday eats.
Zero-proof drinks at Puttshack in Chicago for Dry January
Are you trying to enjoy Dry January? Then try Puttshack, based in Chicago, for a zero-proof good time.
Are you trying to enjoy Dry January? Then try Puttshack, based in Chicago, for a zero-proof good time.
From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
What is BYD? The company that's dethroned Tesla as world's biggest EV maker
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
In 2025, the automaker sold more than 2 million vehicles to topple Tesla as the biggest producer of electric vehicles.
Same-sex couple ties the knot after receiving Cook County's first marriage license of 2026
The couple issued Cook County’s first marriage license of 2026 were married Friday morning at the Cook County Clerk’s Office, in a ceremony that also marked the county’s first same-sex wedding tied to the new year’s license issuance.
The couple issued Cook County’s first marriage license of 2026 were married Friday morning at the Cook County Clerk’s Office, in a ceremony that also marked the county’s first same-sex wedding tied to the new year’s license issuance.
Same-sex couple ties the knot after receiving Cook County's first marriage license of 2026
The couple issued Cook County’s first marriage license of 2026 were married Friday morning at the Cook County Clerk’s Office, in a ceremony that also marked the county’s first same-sex wedding tied to the new year’s license issuance.
The couple issued Cook County’s first marriage license of 2026 were married Friday morning at the Cook County Clerk’s Office, in a ceremony that also marked the county’s first same-sex wedding tied to the new year’s license issuance.
More people moved away from these states than anywhere else in 2025, data shows
Last year, Americans made the transition out of certain states for new places to call home. See the list.
Last year, Americans made the transition out of certain states for new places to call home. See the list.
Porsche recalls over 170,000 cars due to defective rearview camera
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
The recall covers certain Porsche vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2025. Here's what you need to know.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2026
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
Chicago-area hospitals welcome first babies of 2026
As the clock struck midnight and 2026 officially began, several Chicago-area families were already welcoming brand-new additions to start the New Year.
As the clock struck midnight and 2026 officially began, several Chicago-area families were already welcoming brand-new additions to start the New Year.
Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all locations, founder and former owner confirms
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.